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The Man of Steel #6, page 22 (Byrne Superman 1986, Finale Page of the Series)

Artists: John Byrne (Penciller) ,  Dick Giordano (Inker)

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The Man of Steel #6, page 22 (Byrne Superman 1986, Finale Page of the Series) Comic Art
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Title: The Man of Steel #6, page 22 (Byrne Superman 1986, Finale Page of the Series)
Artist: John Byrne (Penciller)
Artist: Dick Giordano (Inker)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Splash Page
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 1,516
Likes on CAF:
Favorited on CAF: 2
Comments: 112
Added to Site: 11/21/2022
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I had not realized that I had never posted this particular page on my CAF Gallery. It was only during Rubén's Roundtable this evening (which brought together three uber Superman original art collectors (Matt McAllister, Jason Sylvester and Bill Byers) together to talk about their focus on Superman original art) that I realized this. It was a really enjoyable and informative session. I must confess that although I read - and did in fact continue to read - Superman comics when I was a child, the Marvel Revolution led by the late Stan Lee converted me to Marvel. Nevertheless, childhood memories of the Man of Steel are still fondly ensconced in my memory banks. And when this so very striking image came up for auction several years ago, I could not resist the opportunity to try to obtain it. I was fortunate. It was expensive but it is presently under my stewardship. And it is the finale page to that magnificent John Byrne 1986 mini-series which recast the Man of Steel. It is a wonderful splash page and has to be viewed in person to be truly appreciated. Amazing John Byrne art with marvellous Dick Giordano inks.

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Andy Wurst 
Member Since 2004

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Incredible page. 

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Andy Wurst wrote:

Incredible page. 

Many thanks, Andy!  And many congratulations on such a well curated CAF Gallery stretching across so many generations and genres.

E DLS 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

One of Byrne's most iconic Superman images.  Congratulations on this incredible piece of art.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

E DLS wrote:

One of Byrne's most iconic Superman images.  Congratulations on this incredible piece of art.

Many thanks, Eric!  Especially coming from a collector of so many more iconic pieces himself.

Jared Simmons 
Member Since 2004

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Such a great iconic image. Wonderful piece. 

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Jared Simmons wrote:

Such a great iconic image. Wonderful piece. 

Many thanks, Jared!  That the word "iconic" has been used in three successive comments puts me to shame that that apt description eluded me when I was writing the description for this particular piece.

Gal Schwartz 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Iconic page ! A great end and a new beginning !

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Gal Schwartz wrote:

Iconic page ! A great end and a new beginning !

Many thanks, Gal!  Yes, the language is as compelling and moving as the image and complements it ideally as well.

Mark Levy 
Member Since 2004

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

An iconic splash page of an icon!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Mark Levy wrote:

An iconic splash page of an icon!

Well said, Mark!  Many thanks!

Felix  Lu 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Wowza! Grew up with Supes in the '70s in comics, tv, and of course, the movies! Which all set the stage for the monumental event of John Byrne moving over to the Distinguished Competition and setting out to remake their flagship character. What a perfect capper to that event. Congrats, CAB!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Felix Lu wrote:

Wowza! Grew up with Supes in the '70s in comics, tv, and of course, the movies! Which all set the stage for the monumental event of John Byrne moving over to the Distinguished Competition and setting out to remake their flagship character. What a perfect capper to that event. Congrats, CAB!

Many thanks, Felix!  I know that this will sound like heresy but because I did not grow up with Byrne during my formative years, so to speak, there is not that burning desire for his artwork (which is just as well because it is so very expensive nowadays).  I did like him a lot as an artist though.  But this image of Superman is huge and was simply irresistible if I could have swung it (just - but not today though!).

Marcus Wai 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Culmination of the mini series and brought back a lot of the lustre of Superman as the movie era was fizzling out.  A big coup for DC to get Byrne as he had done almost everything at Marvel.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Marcus Wai wrote:

Culmination of the mini series and brought back a lot of the lustre of Superman as the movie era was fizzling out.  A big coup for DC to get Byrne as he had done almost everything at Marvel.

Many thanks, Marcus!  If indeed a suitable image was required to close this series, this was a really nice one.

F M 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Splashy!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

F M wrote:

Splashy!

In the broadest sense of the word!  Many thanks!

Dino Mauricio 
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Magnificent splash, thanks for sharing CAB!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Dino Mauricio wrote:

Magnificent splash, thanks for sharing CAB!

Many thanks, Dino!  OT, but many congratulations on your fantastic Secret Wars II poster!

Foggy Bottom 
Member Since 2009
Forum Moderator

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Baller.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Foggy Bottom wrote:

Baller.

Many thanks, and many congratulations on a great CAF Gallery!

Steve Gumm 
Member Since 2004

2 - Posted on 11/21/2022

WOW! When I think of Byrne's Superman run this image is one of the firsst that comes to mind. CONGRATS!!!

Hey who know about Rubens Round Table? I just searched it and now I'm fixing to give it a look. Love that there's more comic art talk! 

Link: https://youtu.be/5heK4FEVlJ4

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Steve Gumm wrote:

WOW! When I think of Byrne's Superman run this image is one of the firsst that comes to mind. CONGRATS!!!

Hey who know about Rubens Round Table? I just searched it and now I'm fixing to give it a look. Love that there's more comic art talk! 

Link: https://youtu.be/5heK4FEVlJ4

Many thanks, Steve!  It is a great show - and all about Superman!  

Rick W 
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

SUPER!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Rick W wrote:

SUPER!

Many thanks, Rick!  Now, that's a SUPER succinct description!

Ron S 
Member Since 2007

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Great page!!!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Ron S wrote:

Great page!!!

Many thanks, Ron!  And many congrats on snagging that great Chris Mooneyham cover (which is so reminiscent of the late great Joe Kubert's work).

James S 
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

A perfect Supes page!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

James S wrote:

A perfect Supes page!

Many thanks, James!  Yes, it is just a superb image that fills the entire page.

Paul P Spiderversity 
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

That…is magnificent!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Paul P Spiderversity wrote:

That…is magnificent!

Many thanks, Paul!  I have to confess that even I had not realized the enormous significance of this image in the context of the time in which it appeared.  This obviously brings back memories for many.

Peter Sullivan 
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

You have too much artwork if you forgot to post this. Lighten your load. Send some to me as a present.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Peter Sullivan wrote:

You have too much artwork if you forgot to post this. Lighten your load. Send some to me as a present.

On a more serious note, I am also baffled.  As mentioned, this piece was obtained many years ago and I probably wasn't posting much then and it slipped into the mists of time - until my memory was jolted by today's show. 

Peter Sullivan 
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Comicart Boston wrote:

On a more serious note, I am also baffled.  As mentioned, this piece was obtained many years ago and I probably wasn't posting much then and it slipped into the mists of time - until my memory was jolted by today's show. 

Does that mean you are not posting me a freebie? Seriously? Lol

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Peter Sullivan wrote:

Does that mean you are not posting me a freebie? Seriously? Lol

Nope!  Sorry!  LOL!

Adam  Harris 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

When I picture Superman in my mind, this is what comes up. Easily one of the top five Superman drawings of all time.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Adam Harris wrote:

When I picture Superman in my mind, this is what comes up. Easily one of the top five Superman drawings of all time.

Thanks so much, Adam!  And many thanks to everyone for making me realize just how iconic this particular drawing of the Man of Steel really is.

Eelco V 
Member Since 2004

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Strong, very strong John Byrne Superman drawing!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Eelco V wrote:

Strong, very strong John Byrne Superman drawing!

Many thanks!  I guess that he took special pains to make it special as it was the final page in the series.  As mentioned, the text is also very impressive.

Jonathan H 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Amazing piece of comics history! 

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Jonathan H wrote:

Amazing piece of comics history! 

Many thanks, Jonathan!  It is a quite fantastic page to conclude this seminal mini-series on.

Dan P 
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

When it comes to vintage Byrne DC art, this is as good as it gets!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Dan P wrote:

When it comes to vintage Byrne DC art, this is as good as it gets!

Many thanks, Dan!  Byrne did pull out all the stops for this particular final page of the series.

Lee Harmon 
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Impressive. Superman at his best. 

Thanks so much for posting this for us all to enjoy!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Lee Harmon wrote:

Impressive. Superman at his best. 

Thanks so much for posting this for us all to enjoy!

Dear Lee, you're most welcome!  I am sorry that I didn't do this sooner.

Ruben DaCollector 
Member Since 2008

2 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Arguably the greatest, most iconic John Byrne Superman splash in existence, and you forgot you had it?!?! I'm at a loss for words, because I truly don't know what to say other than "Congratulations!".

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

3 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Ruben DaCollector wrote:

Arguably the greatest, most iconic John Byrne Superman splash in existence, and you forgot you had it?!?! I'm at a loss for words, because I truly don't know what to say other than "Congratulations!".

Dear Rubén, as I mentioned in an earlier comment, I am baffled myself.  I guess that I always knew I had it but had forgotten to post it.  I did want to post it a long time back but it probably just slipped my mind.  I don't want to psychoanalyze myself but it is quite possible that the generational reason (that I did not grow up, so to speak, with this mini-series and which I therefore did not realize how important it was to a later generation) may be one reason why.  Also, I never used to post much in any event.  Whatever the reason, it was YOUR show that triggered this so kudos to you, my friend.  BTW, you could let the participants on your show know.  I would also love to know what they think of this splash (although it's not the DOS).

Dave W 
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

A MoS Byrne Superman page doesn't get better than this! WOW, so iconic! Major congrats on this gem!!!!!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Dave W wrote:

A MoS Byrne Superman page doesn't get better than this! WOW, so iconic! Major congrats on this gem!!!!!

Thanks so much, Dave!  OT, but your focus on the Hulk has also led me to look for more Hulk art as well.  I just obtained what I think is a really nice piece and hope to post it in due course.

Dave W 
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Comicart Boston wrote:

Thanks so much, Dave!  OT, but your focus on the Hulk has also led me to look for more Hulk art as well.  I just obtained what I think is a really nice piece and hope to post it in due course.

Oh no, I hope I didn't create a monster that I can't compete with! 

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

Dave W wrote:

Oh no, I hope I didn't create a monster that I can't compete with! 

There is no way I can compete with you, Dave.  You are THE Jade Giant and the ultimate Hulk collector!

Hart R. 
Member Since 2004

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Boy! That's Superman all right...you have great taste CAB! :)

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Hart R. wrote:

Boy! That's Superman all right...you have great taste CAB! :)

Many thanks, as always, Hart!  As we have discussed, this would not be affordable for me today so I am so glad that I obtained it when I did.

Kevin Sharp 
Member Since 2019

4 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Two splashes sum up that miniseries in my memory: the end of issue #1 where he flies up from the Kent house in costume, and then this one. You are one lucky steward of an iconic piece of 80s comic history.

Ruben DaCollector 
Member Since 2008

2 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Kevin Sharp wrote:

Two splashes sum up that miniseries in my memory: the end of issue #1 where he flies up from the Kent house in costume, and then this one. You are one lucky steward of an iconic piece of 80s comic history.

Precisely, Kevin. For anyone interested, the other splash can be seen in Jim Warden's gallery!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Kevin Sharp wrote:

Two splashes sum up that miniseries in my memory: the end of issue #1 where he flies up from the Kent house in costume, and then this one. You are one lucky steward of an iconic piece of 80s comic history.

Many thanks, Kevin!   I am so glad for Rubén's show as I now have the opportunity to revisit this piece - and it is more impressive the more I see it.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Ruben DaCollector wrote:

Precisely, Kevin. For anyone interested, the other splash can be seen in Jim Warden's gallery!

Many thanks, Rubén, for letting me know.  Do take care.

Rob T 
Member Since 2018

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

If there's one page to own from this series this is it! Saying this is an amazing pick up is a gigantic understatement, congrats! 

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Rob T wrote:

If there's one page to own from this series this is it! Saying this is an amazing pick up is a gigantic understatement, congrats! 

Many thanks, Rob!  As I just mentioned in response to Kevin's comment, the more I look at this, the more I realize what a gem this page is.

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

BEAUTIFUL Comic Art Boston!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor wrote:

BEAUTIFUL Comic Art Boston!

Thanks so much, Nick!  And many congratulations on being blessed with all your recent as well as memorable acquisitions - so well-deserved for someone who does so much for our hobby!

j sly 
Member Since 2011

2 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Such a profound page explaining how Superman formed his identity. Congrats on such a powerful page!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/21/2022

j sly wrote:

Such a profound page explaining how Superman formed his identity. Congrats on such a powerful page!

Many thanks!  Yes, the narrative complements the striking image so very well indeed!

j sly 
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

Comicart Boston wrote:

Many thanks!  Yes, the narrative complements the striking image so very well indeed!

I always buy art for nostalgia, storyline, character, content, and artist. I also love self containing character pages with word balloons that tell a story and don't buy anything without word balloons. This formula has served me well which is why it's impossible for me to sell anything since I love the art purchased. It also creates true scarcity. I don't have nostalgia for this since I never read it but everyone told me I should pick up this period. All said this has every other characteristic I look for in a page. Deff a keeper and I wouldn't be surprised if you receive a lot of offers. Congrats again on a great hold:)

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/21/2022

j sly wrote:

I always buy art for nostalgia, storyline, character, content, and artist. I also love self containing character pages with word balloons that tell a story and don't buy anything without word balloons. This formula has served me well which is why it's impossible for me to sell anything since I love the art purchased. It also creates true scarcity. I don't have nostalgia for this since I never read it but everyone told me I should pick up this period. All said this has every other characteristic I look for in a page. Deff a keeper and I wouldn't be surprised if you receive a lot of offers. Congrats again on a great hold:)

Many thanks for your very interesting observations (especially on the interaction between words and images which is the essence of the medium (although books such as Step By Bloody Step are the extremely rare (I would say black swan) exception).  It is definitely a keeper.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

j sly wrote:

Such a profound page explaining how Superman formed his identity. Congrats on such a powerful page!

My apologies, Jason, I hadn't realized at first that it was you.  Thank you so much for participating in Rubén's show.  I really enjoyed your views as well as your superb collection of Superman artwork.

Joe Murray 
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Easily one of Byrne's greatest images, not just of Superman, absolutely iconic, historic and better than most covers, huge congrats!!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Joe Murray wrote:

Easily one of Byrne's greatest images, not just of Superman, absolutely iconic, historic and better than most covers, huge congrats!!

Many thanks, Joe!  It is true that the more one looks at the page, the more one realizes how iconic it truly is.  I am just so humbled to be its present steward.  On a wholly different note, many congratulations on a fine CAF Gallery!

James Dornoff 
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Epic page, pose and piece of comic history.  Nice find and glad to see up on this site.  

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

James Dornoff wrote:

Epic page, pose and piece of comic history.  Nice find and glad to see up on this site.  

Many thanks, James!  Speaking of poise, his right hand holding on to the side of his cape in order to prevent it from billowing out of control is a subtle but nice touch.

Bill Byers 
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Wow!  Incredible Byrne splash page. So iconic!  Absolutely love this one!!!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

Bill Byers wrote:

Wow!  Incredible Byrne splash page. So iconic!  Absolutely love this one!!!

Many thanks, Bill!  This wouldn't be here but for Rubén's show and the wonderful stories which you and the other panel members shared.  So many thanks for that.

Toni S 
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Amazing!!! Hige congrats!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

Toni S wrote:

Amazing!!! Hige congrats!

Many thanks!  And as I might have already mentioned before, congratulations on such a classic collection of artwork!

Brian Norton 
Member Since 2006

Posted on 11/22/2022

just a very Iconic piece of the man of steel. 

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

Brian Norton wrote:

just a very Iconic piece of the man of steel. 

Many thanks, Brian.  As mentioned, I am truly appreciating this piece now - which also reminds me to revisit some of my other pieces, especially since such artwork is unaffordable nowadays.

Ken Lomas 
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Super page man.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

Ken Lomas wrote:

Super page man.

Many thanks Ken!  What an apt and succinct comment!

Lee P 
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

Thanks for posting this. Great image from two of the industries finest.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

Lee P wrote:

Thanks for posting this. Great image from two of the industries finest.

Many thanks, Lee!  And many thanks for reminding us also of the late great Dick Giordano as well.

J L 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/22/2022

An iconic Man of Steel splash! I would like to see more of your

tucked away treasures comicart B.  😊

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/22/2022

J L wrote:

An iconic Man of Steel splash! I would like to see more of your

tucked away treasures comicart B.  😊

Many thanks, Joe!  I am afraid that I don't have many treasures left!

Michael  McIsaac 
Member Since 2020

2 - Posted on 11/23/2022

I remember taking the Man of Steel trade paperback out of my local library in 1989 and reading it in one sitting, with this page being the capper to the story that made me a fan of Superman comics.  Iconic doesn't begin to describe this epic splash.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/23/2022

Michael McIsaac wrote:

I remember taking the Man of Steel trade paperback out of my local library in 1989 and reading it in one sitting, with this page being the capper to the story that made me a fan of Superman comics.  Iconic doesn't begin to describe this epic splash.

Many thanks, Michael!  And many congratulations on an excellent CAF Gallery.

John Voytek 
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 11/23/2022

Spectacular! Possibly my favorite Superman art on CAF, along with the Gary Frank Brainiac cover. Congratulations!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/23/2022

John Voytek wrote:

Spectacular! Possibly my favorite Superman art on CAF, along with the Gary Frank Brainiac cover. Congratulations!

Many thanks, John!  And as I might have mentioned before, what a wonderful collection of Western artwork in your CAF Gallery.  This is so rare nowadays!

Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan 
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 11/23/2022

Fabulous pick up! Congrats!!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/23/2022

Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan wrote:

Fabulous pick up! Congrats!!

Many thanks, Duke!  And many thanks for all your comments on my other pieces.  

Phill R 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/25/2022

If there were a Superman piece to have, this would be one! Beautiful piece!!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/25/2022

Phill R wrote:

If there were a Superman piece to have, this would be one! Beautiful piece!!

Many thanks!  As mentioned, although I do like Superman, I am not an avid collector of Superman original art.  But this was too awesome to resist!

Filmore W. Bedwick 
Member Since 2003

1 - Posted on 11/27/2022

What to say?! There could be no better finale than this Breathtaking image of Supes, cape in hand, standing in all his power and grace, with perfect dialogue that sums up the series. John's incredible pencils are taken to the next level by Dick's masterful inks. Those rocks are mind blowing! Having a Key Byrne Supes piece in one's collection is Otherworldly🙏🏼

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/27/2022

Filmore W. Bedwick wrote:

What to say?! There could be no better finale than this Breathtaking image of Supes, cape in hand, standing in all his power and grace, with perfect dialogue that sums up the series. John's incredible pencils are taken to the next level by Dick's masterful inks. Those rocks are mind blowing! Having a Key Byrne Supes piece in one's collection is Otherworldly🙏🏼

Thank you so much, my friend!  I am privileged and honored indeed to be the present steward of the present piece.

Bill J 
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 11/28/2022

Could there be a more iconic John Byrne Superman page? I think not. What a stunning image of the Man of Steel! Byrne really hit this one out of the park and Dick Giordano finished it with flair! Huge pick-up, congrats!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 11/29/2022

Bill J wrote:

Could there be a more iconic John Byrne Superman page? I think not. What a stunning image of the Man of Steel! Byrne really hit this one out of the park and Dick Giordano finished it with flair! Huge pick-up, congrats!

Many thanks, Bill!  I do really consider myself to be exceptionally privileged to be the current steward of this magnificent piece of art.

Ian Saint 
Member Since 2021

1 - Posted on 12/10/2022

How I missed commenting on this piece baffles me. This is such an epic looking Superman piece and love the power it exudes. Amazing piece CAB and congrats.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 12/10/2022

Ian Saint wrote:

How I missed commenting on this piece baffles me. This is such an epic looking Superman piece and love the power it exudes. Amazing piece CAB and congrats.

Dear Ian, there is no problem at all.  There is so much artwork being posted just on CAF alone and our time is terribly limited by the busyness of life.  Many thanks for taking the time and trouble to comment on this piece!

Jason Hussa 
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 12/14/2022

Scatchamagowza!  Boy, I'm really late to the party here, but let me be the VERY FIRST to congratulate you on another brilliant and brain-melting add to your gallery. 😜  For many of us of (*ahem*) "an age", this is THE definitive image of the Man of Steel, standing tall for the best in all of us, vigilant and committed to his role as protector and inspiration.  One of those "I can't believe this exists somewhere in someone's collection" pieces - something one thinks of as just "belonging to all humanity :) - and it is worthy of the honor to be among your humbling assemblage of comic art excellence.  Absolutely superb, CAB - mega-congrats!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 12/14/2022

Jason Hussa wrote:

Scatchamagowza!  Boy, I'm really late to the party here, but let me be the VERY FIRST to congratulate you on another brilliant and brain-melting add to your gallery. 😜  For many of us of (*ahem*) "an age", this is THE definitive image of the Man of Steel, standing tall for the best in all of us, vigilant and committed to his role as protector and inspiration.  One of those "I can't believe this exists somewhere in someone's collection" pieces - something one thinks of as just "belonging to all humanity :) - and it is worthy of the honor to be among your humbling assemblage of comic art excellence.  Absolutely superb, CAB - mega-congrats!

 

Dear Jason, thanks so very much!  In a real sense, it does "belong to all humanity" as I am just the current steward.  Many thanks once again for all your kind and humbling words.

Maicol Senzacqua 
Member Since 2015

1 - Posted on 12/19/2022

KILLER SPLASH!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 12/20/2022

Maicol Senzacqua wrote:

KILLER SPLASH!

Many thanks, Maicol! And congratulations on a really nicely curated CAF gallery.

Anton Alexander  Schmidt 
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 12/22/2022

Congratulations on owning one of Byrne's most iconic images. This is so beautiful and majestic. I love how Byrne did the "S" Shield! Proud to leave the 100th comment on such an amazing piece. Thank you for sharing! 

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 12/22/2022

Anton Alexander Schmidt wrote:

Congratulations on owning one of Byrne's most iconic images. This is so beautiful and majestic. I love how Byrne did the "S" Shield! Proud to leave the 100th comment on such an amazing piece. Thank you for sharing! 

Thanks so much! I have never received 100 comments before, so many thanks once again.

Daniel C. 
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 2/2/2023

This is one of two ultimate Superman slashes by John byrne. (*the other's the final page out of "Man Of Steel" issue 1*) My own feeble words could not do the justice this "masterpiece" deserves. Leave it to say, you've been blessed by God Himself to own such greatness. I'm floored.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 2/2/2023

Daniel C. wrote:

This is one of two ultimate Superman slashes by John byrne. (*the other's the final page out of "Man Of Steel" issue 1*) My own feeble words could not do the justice this "masterpiece" deserves. Leave it to say, you've been blessed by God Himself to own such greatness. I'm floored.

Many thanks, Daniel!  This is indeed an amazing piece and I am indeed blessed to be its current steward.  Do take care.

Eric B 
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 5/8/2023

Quintessential image of Byrne's Superman. This is glorious. Congrats.

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 5/8/2023

Eric B wrote:

Quintessential image of Byrne's Superman. This is glorious. Congrats.

Many thanks, Eric!  I do count myself very fortunate to have managed to obtain this particular piece.

Mike (aka Off White) White 
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 6/12/2023

Just iconic! Congrats!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

Posted on 6/12/2023

Mike (aka Off White) White wrote:

Just iconic! Congrats!

Many thanks, Mike!  And, once again, many congratulations on a wonderful CAF Gallery.

Shaun Crowell 
Member Since 2003

1 - Posted on 5/26/2024

Byrne made Superman exciting again! This page is a good example of why!

Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 5/26/2024

Shaun Crowell wrote:

Byrne made Superman exciting again! This page is a good example of why!

Many thanks, Shaun. And many congrats on a wonderful CAF gallery.

CJ Design 
Member Since 2018

Posted on 7/6/2025

Tremendous Byrne Superman...always

loved his Take on Tha MOS

Al Gordon 
Member Since 2006

Posted on 7/6/2025

Nice piece!  John is NOT the earsied person to Ink.  I have some experience.  It's hard to figure out what he "means" sometimes.  In fact, sometimes he scribbles-in some ren dering going in 4 or 5 different direction at the same time, and if you do that with Ink, it becomes a black area with no shape.

Terry is still my fave over John, but Dick's work here is damn dazzling<

 

Timothy Finney 
Member Since 2006

Posted on 7/9/2025

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